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Complete and Play Tested
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Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja STORM 4 Road to Boruto (PS4) Review
🎮 Gameplay & Mechanics
Ultimate Ninja STORM 4 Road to Boruto refines the cinematic, over-the-top ninja combat the STORM series is known for. With a massive character roster from both Naruto Shippuden and Boruto: Naruto Next Generations, this edition offers fast-paced, 3D arena-style battles filled with flashy jutsu, team combos, and epic finishers.
The controls are accessible, making it easy for newcomers to jump in, but theres enough depth for experienced players to master cancels, substitutions, and timing-based strategy. Switching between team members mid-battle adds fluidity and combo possibilities.
📖 Story & Content
This edition includes the full Ultimate Ninja STORM 4 story, covering the climactic end of the Fourth Great Ninja War, and the Road to Boruto expansion, which shifts focus to the next generation of ninja. The main story is cinematic and faithful to the anime, with explosive cutscenes and dramatic showdowns.
The Road to Boruto segment introduces a semi-open world Leaf Village exploration system and a condensed retelling of the Boruto movie arc. While its lighter in length and complexity than the main campaign, it adds welcome variety and a glimpse into the future of the franchise.
👥 Characters & Modes
The character selection is extensiveover 100 fighters including different forms, costumes, and variants of key characters. Notable additions like adult versions of Naruto and Sasuke, as well as Boruto-era characters, enrich the gameplay.
Modes include:
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Story Mode (Shippuden + Boruto arcs)
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Adventure Mode (post-war missions)
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Free Battle & Online Mode
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Tournament and Survival Modes
Theres plenty here to keep fans busy, whether theyre into competitive play or just casual matchups.
🎨 Graphics & Presentation
Visually, the game is one of the most faithful anime adaptations to date. The cel-shaded art style replicates the look of the anime with vibrant detail, fluid animation, and spectacular effects during special attacks. Fights often blur the line between gameplay and cutscene seamlessly.
🔊 Sound & Voice Work
The soundtrack pulls themes from the anime, adding intensity to battles and emotion to story moments. Both Japanese and English voice options are available, and the cast delivers strong performances across the board.
Pros
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Massive, diverse roster of characters
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Visually stunning and true to the anime
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Fluid, accessible combat with deep mechanics
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Includes complete Naruto Shippuden and Boruto arcs
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Excellent value with all DLC and story content bundled
Cons
Some parts of the Boruto expansion feel short and underdeveloped
Combat may feel repetitive for non-fans or solo players
Online balance can be uneven
🏁 Final Verdict
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja STORM 4 Road to Boruto is the ultimate fan packagea love letter to the series with spectacular visuals, a massive cast, and exciting combat. While the Boruto content is brief, the overall experience is rich, rewarding, and one of the best anime fighters available.
Score: 8.5 / 10
Recommendation:
Highly recommended for Naruto and anime fighting game fans
Less appealing for players unfamiliar with the source material
